Janice Greene
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Desperate to escape his abusive father and the constraints of the civilized life, young Huck Finn fakes his death and, with the help of his slave friend Jim, embarks on a vagabond life rafting down the Mississippi River. Yet life is anything but carefree for Huck and Jim. Their travels bring them into contact with scores of rogues, rascals, ruffians, hucksters, and law-abiding citizens who would as soon seen Jim returned to his owners and Huck to...
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Most of the kids at school are jealous of Alexandra. The pretty teenager is not only a talented dancer, she's rich beyond most people's wildest dreams! But the money makes her self-conscious. No one could guess how lonely she is. And being alone is dangerous when you're wealthy and vulnerable.
10) I spy, e-spy
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Competitors try anything to get at WebSound's new product, SoundUp, an internet music downloading system that pays royalties to the artists automatically.
11) Tough girl
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Wesley Chan finds his life complicated after he finds out his parents disapprove of his relationship with his girlfriend Zoe.
12) The ritual
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Terrell, an aspiring journalist, faces serious consequences when he decides to investigate allegations that new members of the football team at McClemonds High are subjected to a dangerous and humiliating hazing ritual.
14) The dark lady
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Andrew, a symphony manager, learns that someone has plans to steal a priceless violin, but when the events play out, Andrew is surprised by the identity of the culprit.
15) Under Siege
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Even struggling readers will find it hard to resist our exciting series of audiobooks in a variety of popular genres. These stories deal with mature themes involving culturally diverse characters. Written specifically for the struggling reader, these fast-paced books maintain student interest until the last page. Questions at the end of each title test students' strategy skills, vocabulary, and comprehension. All of the vehicles on Cole's Island seem...
16) No Exit
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Homeless street kids find refuge in the most unusual place. It's great to have food and a bed- but is it worth their freedom?
17) Fat Boy
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At Carmichael High, the bullies always get their way. Would it be a different story if their victims joined forces?
18) Dimes To Dollars
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Some 100 years ago, a stagecoach was robbed of a fortune in newly minted dimes. The loot was never found. As a lark, two young campers decide to search for the robbers' hidden treasure. But the excitement only begins when they find the dimes!
19) The White Room
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Andy is hired by Marcus Chiang to fix a window in his apartment. He's told to play the radio loudly and mind his own business. But Andy has to explore and meet Lily, who is kept a virtual prisoner in her own home.
20) The Plot
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If Tara's wrong, she'll feel like a fool- and maybe even get sued. But if she's right, a whole roomful of students could get gunned down.